2009 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Accord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 1994 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
